Buisness in Singapore

Maybank launches new support program for SMEs in Singapore Singapore strengthened its status as the leading technology hub in Southeast Asia, attracting global corporations and startups looking to enter the region’s booming digital economy. Projections for 2024 indicate Southeast Asia’s digital economy will reach $263 billion in gross merchandise value (GMV), which is a 15% […]

Singapore fintech companies shift focus Singapore ranks one of the top global investment destinations for wealthy entrepreneurs Singapore continues to be one of the top destinations for wealthy investors and entrepreneurs looking to relocate or expand their businesses in Asia, according to HSBC’s latest Global Entrepreneurial Wealth Report. The city-state outranked its main rival Hong

Singapore ranks first in global digital competitiveness As global trade and investment flows evolve in a multipolar world, Singapore has positioned itself as a global hub for resolving international business disputes. The Singapore International Commercial Court (SICC), established in 2015, has become the basis of this transformation, offering innovative solutions to address the complexities of

Changi Airport to raise fees for travelers and airlines Maybank Singapore introduced a new program to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Singapore and across ASEAN countries. The program is called MyImpact SME and it is designed to equip SMEs with tailored financial and business advisory solutions that foster sustainable growth and help businesses

Australian fintech Bizcap expands to Singapore Singapore’s fintech sector is undergoing a notable transformation, prioritizing strategic and operational management roles over traditionally dominant technology positions. According to the Singapore Technology Talent Report 2024, it reflects the sector’s evolving maturity and emphasis on long-term sustainability.   Demand for technology-specific roles like software developers, project managers and

Singapore to host Asia-Pacific’s newest business aviation event Singapore has taken the top spot in the World Digital Competitiveness Ranking, an annual index compiled by the International Institute for Management Development (IMD). The index evaluates 67 economies on their ability to adopt and explore digital technologies.     The city-state climbed two spots from its 2023

Singapore invests S$440 million to support deep-tech startups Australian fintech firm Bizcap is set to expand its operations into Singapore in early 2025, aiming to meet the demand for rapid and flexible financing solutions for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Known for providing non-bank lending across Australia, New Zealand and the U.K., Bizcap’s expansion marks

A new scheme for local companies expanding to Europe The Asia-Pacific region will soon have its own business aviation event with the launch of the Business Aviation Asia Forum and Expo (BAAFEx) in Singapore. Set to take place from March 4-6, 2025, the event will be held at the Changi Exhibition Centre, home to the

Singapore to launch world’s first fully digital bunkering system in 2025 Singapore’s digital wholesale bank ANEXT Bank, has joined forces with global asset manager Schroders to unlock new investment avenues for micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs). This partnership, designed to reduce the entry barriers to wealth growth for smaller businesses, will enable ANEXT Bank

Singapore plans to introduce a global minimum tax Singapore is expanding its support for deep-tech startups with an additional S$440 million (US$332 million) investment into the Startup SG Equity scheme, which is a government-backed initiative designed to fuel private-sector investment in high-tech ventures. This funding boost was announced at the Singapore Week of Innovation and